EXTREME MAKEOVER plans for the CHATEAU KITCHEN, DIY - Journey to the Château de Colombe, Ep. 64

[@eileencronk7520]

I’m totally for having a sink in the kitchen. Very avant-garde! I love you too! Thank you for the gift of laughter in a world that’s chewing it’s own limbs. Truly, thank you.

[@cindyredmon7473]

I just adore your new intro, I thought your intro couldn’t get any better than it was. It is the best of all the ones I’ve watched. Some , you just have to giggle about. But yours has always stood out as a superb example of good graphic design and so tastefully done, it suits the dignity of the Château. I am enjoying binging on your channel. Can’t wait to see what you do next with the kitchen.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you, Cindy! 💕

[@lindaelliott5411]

I would call it a “rustic” kitchen. Its going to look fabulous when its all done with all this planning and searching out just the right components. Love the wall tiles and the flagstone type floor covering. Youre almost as excited as i am to see the finished article 💕

[@mamabearlovesbts6087]

Patrick & Stewart…you stated your kitchen needed to be functional and as I watched you today, all I look at, just about the whole vlog was…I love that fireplace and watch the fire burning! The kitchen also is the Heart if the Home and you keeping the table, using a Jack hammer to level the floor of the fireplace are two elements that will help your kitten to have its “heart.” I am sure there is laughter and love there now and I am sure there will be in the future. Memories are such precious things and the both of you will certainly be going thru many of them as you start this project. When it gets overwhelming, hold each others hand, take your babies and go for a long walk. Exciting times ahead!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Oh Mamabear……. I just love your wonderful and heartfelt comment. We love the fireplace and having the stove back to where it was for 300 years, is going to be great. 😊. And as you said, we will have wonderful memories in the kitchen. Already have…. Love to you from Colombe. 😘🥰😘

[@nancibishof6462]

As a tile artist I am pleased you are using hand crafted tile. It will add so much warmth to the kitchen. The layout for your new kitchen and cabinet choices are in keeping with the feeling of the château while giving it modern function. Love drawers over cabinet bases any day of the week. They are so much easier.

[@Jen-eo1fh]

After recently installing a new kitchen I decided on drawer units instead of cupboards and it’s been fantastic. Everything is in reach and so easy to organize. I also used handcrafted tiles. I must say I love my new kitchen.🇦🇺

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

The hand made tiles are exciting. And ads what used to be here. Tiles that are individual and nothing is perfect. We love them. We need the function but wanted to keep the feeling and materials true to the origins. And indeed. We did all drawers in our last 2 US kitchens. Love it absolutely. Hugs and thank you so very much. 😘💕😘

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

@@Jen-eo1fhI hope we will love ours too but I am certain we will. Thank you for your comment. Great choices. 😘🥰😘

[@susanross3315]

You can’t beat drawers of different sizes in a kitchen. Sooooooo much easier to reach things

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

@@susanross3315 100% true. 🥰🙏🏻🥰

[@bobbiebrandel3152]

I remodeled my kitchen once. Three-plus months, husband and 3 children, lots of take-away food, and I came away from it with a wonderful kitchen, storage for everything, and an extreme dislike for take-away food, i.e. pizza is no longer a treat. I enjoyed that kitchen for about 10 years, then we moved into another older home with a kitchen area that would have cost a fortune to redo, and I am not a big fan of taking out perfectly good cabinets and having those tossed into a dumpster. So, I saved resources, but am still living with a galley kitchen. Children are grown and gone. I have a huge pantry area that I did have put in a room right off the kitchen, so all is well. I love your plan. Don't forget the slotted area for those baking sheets, muffin pans, and pizza (no thank you) pans. Kudos. I will be rooting for you.

[@chriscraver4070]

Love you two. The kitchen will be awesome. ❤

[@jamiemorgan4146]

Patrick, don’t worry about your loss of speaking, “ Words is Hard” 👊🏻 As for the bricks, have you considered explosives 🧨? 😬

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

I was thinking Dynamite ……. 😂🤣😂 A rented big gun will have to be used. Oh boy….. 🤣😘🥰

[@jamiemorgan4146]

@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 LOL 😂

[@janetplanet09]

Patrick and Stuart, Great plans for your kitchen--I love the placement of the "piano" and the selection for the floors and walls. The new cabinets will be a wonderful upgrade, however, I caution you to add toe kicks to the cabinets instead of the feet. i moved into a new apartment in Chicago last summer and the cabinets have feet and I am forever lying on the floor with a broom trying to keep it clean. I'm still finding Cheerios and dog kibble from the previous owners. When i replaced the dishwasher, the installers found 5 tennis balls wedged in back of the old one. I got a Roomba simply because it will vacuum under there.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you! I don't think we said that we would not have toe kicks. We may add them later, but just getting the new kitchen installed and working is the priority. We have built kitchens with both, so we know the pros and cons of toe kicks on cabinetry. Thanks!

[@janetplanet09]

@@JourneytotheChateau Found another tennis ball today---I guess the robot pushed it to the front. LOL

[@christinagill6332]

Cant wait to see the kitchen finished, sounds wonderful

[@nicolehopkins2189]

Oh man, decisions over tile, cabinet style/color, wall paint etc could cause someone to pull their hair out. I’ve recently been there with a master bath remodel. 🤪 Love your plans for the new kitchen. It’s gonna be an awesome space. 😍 One thing I will never do again tho: tile large floor areas. 😵

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

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[@laurentboucher3860]

La cuisine va être superbe 🤩❤️❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

Merci. C’est très gentil. 🥰👍🏻😘

[@judiehavard4903]

You never have enough cabinets in a kitchen. It will be very nice. My setup all flows to left of my sink. Starting with the dishwasher. Then stove. Because I am left handed so it really works well for me.

[@cindyredmon7473]

I love what you’re doing with the kitchen and your sensitive choice of materials. I can just see it, it’s gonna be gorgeous!!

[@elmienvanzyl2369]

The kitchen will look amazing. Can not wait for the end result. Enjoy the he work. Will follow the progress. Blessings

[@TamarasAmazingArtAdventures]

Big plans! Can't wait to see them coming to furition, meine Lieben. I am eagerly awaiting when I can book myself into your B&B. 😘

[@cindy6406]

It's going to look beautiful 😍

[@hollyrose1505]

Can’t wait to see your kitchen! Love the handmade tiles. Can we see the scullery? I’m excited for you guys. ♥️🇫🇷🏰

[@JourneytotheChateau]

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[@sharonhayes4308]

H i Guys, your kitchen is quite big, I enlarged your Vlog and it was like...... WOW!!!! The fireplace behind you looks like its blazing warm in there. Love how your New Kitchen will be, u won't know yourselves. Steadily and slowly does it. You are both doing an amazing work to make it very homely. Sledgehammer, just that word scares me lol, but I'm sure it will all go well You both look like you work very well together. Look forward to your oncoming Reno's 😘🥰

[@betsywashburn9106]

I am so glad you are going with a practical space. One thing to think about is how long you will be standing on the floor at one time. Maybe having a rubber mat in front of the places you will spend most of the time standing.. if you can find ones that look like the floor they wouldn’t seem out of place. I am looking forward to seeing the end product,I am sure you will do a great job.

[@danielleboely6820]

Your kitchen will be beautiful can’t wait to see it finished

[@charmainemanley]

Your kitchen plans look great. We used similar wall tile in our shower. Love the look. We had two floats to use for the grout, and we found that one of them had a softer base (?). This was the one that worked the best with the irregular surface of the tile. The float with the harder base didn't have enough give to get the grout in place. Looking forward to seeing the progress.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thanks for the tip! 💕

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

🥰👍🏻🥰Thank you so much.

[@joyceprocure1644]

You go guys! The kitchen is the heart of the home, and there is nothing so awesome as creating a cooks kitchen..room for at least two people to work add move freely, lots of surface to work, and lots of storage , preferably hidden, except for what you want to show.

[@shelbycooper7504]

Good morning everyone ❤

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Good morning ❤😊❤

[@valspannbauer3334]

Oh my goodness, my husband and I are cheering you both on with your fantastic ideas on the new kitchen!!!! We certainly agree with your choices, and not to go modern, but beautiful and efficient for years to enjoy. May I also say I LOVE THAT STOVE!!! ❤️ We also watch "How to Renovate a Chateau"(without killing your partner) & they have just completed a total renovation of their kitchen. They also placed their stove in their fireplace as you two are planning to do. You might want to give it a view, because they ended up with an excavator in their kitchen!!!! Who knows, maybe you can visit each other's kitchens in the near future. Thank you for sharing your lives with us with humor & the love you share. Take care!!!!

[@deniereynolds6119]

Oh guys I love glass fronts and lighted overheads, for your beautiful pottery and dishes. The corner can have hidden circular shelves too for even more storage. It’s going to be beautiful with great lighting and a plan you both love to work in. I can’t wait to sit across the table from you and giggle and spill the tea on so many things. 🤭. I told my kitchen designer all the things that I had, baking sheets, towels, silverware, large utensils, microwave, mixer, turkey roasters, electric knives, foil & Saran Wrap, pots and pans and lids, Tupperware, recycle bins, cleaning items, dishwasher, thermador two oven stove, extractor fan built in to overhead lighting, pantry. He made sure there was a place for everything. Even an island with seating and recipe books.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Love the comment! Thank you Denie! 💕

[@stellaevans752]

Hi guys, I love your plans for the kitchen, how exciting and so much storage, great plan, it’s going to look quite stunning, it’s certainly not practical at the moment not with one and a half draws 😂 My word when they made that fireplace they made it to last, the thing is Stuart and Patrick that although you both want to keep the Chateau as original as you can, you also have to make it yours, with your input and ideas as the new Chatelains, I love the way your new floor will look, it’s going to be stunning, I’m so excited to see it and those tiles, wow, what a great adventure I love Chateau Colombe and I love you both xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@panamtoddler8142]

Hello Journeymen! You two are the best-matched pair of husbands, ever. It is so refreshing to hear a couple whose tastes mesh so well discussing their design decisions. I very impressed with the work you've shown us on your homes in the US, and I'm sending you virtual gallons of energy to keep you going on these projects. ***Please***promise that you will wear eye protection when jack-hammering away at old stone. You don't want to miss the opportunity to have future cataract surgery on BOTH eyes, now do you? 😉 Btw, that surgery is a breeze! 😘🥰 Hugs and Kisses from Tina and Penny Boston 🐕

[@lisaakinlabi]

I love the pull outs you have planned - all kitchens need those in my opinion. Even when I was young I hated crawling back into a cabinet to find things. You guys are not newbies at planning and renovation so I have full confidence the kitchen will be amazing. Top that with your decorative skills, I think we will all be jealous when we see the completed, useable kitchen.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

You, my darling, are just fabulous. Love your comment. I hope we can live up to our plans. I bet we will though. We are seasoned (old) renovation junkies and hope we will love the results. I keep my fingers crossed. Thank you so much. As always, you made me smile and happy 🥰😘🥰

[@bellaviaggitours]

I am so excited to watch the transformation of your kitchen!! What a struggle it must have been to make the final decision on flooring, cabinetry, tiles, etc. I think it's going to be beautiful!!

[@DownButNotOutYet]

Good morning Patrick & Stuart, I think there are two major must have/be in the kitchen, space and light. You have that as you say not much light but enough. Then pull-outs are the only way for a kitchen, believe me, I am senior now, that crawling into a space and things are heavy, no no you don't want that, even your spices laid flat in a shallow drawer is great. For the Baker, a mixer can also be heavy lifting out and placing on the counter, if the mixer can have a permanent space and if you bake very often yes, let it stand out. Remember it is your kitchen, this is a once in a lifetime venture, so make the best of it, you have planned this well, I am sure you will be very happy afterwards. Try to lay the floor tiles wall to wall before you place the cabinets, it seals the floor completely in case of water it cannot go underneath! The stove looks wonderful which is a very important feature in a kitchen. I am sure you will find a perfect tool to remove the bricks and concrete, in our modern times there are great tools to assist us in our projects. Wishing you all the best, it won't be too bad, just mind over matter. Enjoy. Kind regards.

[@jamesmcneill2202]

Hi Stewart and Patrick! Hope your both well. See I did Stewart first this time🤣. Your totally right to use the fire place to add your piano/stove/aga 😝. As when your entertaining and running it the kitchen would be well used and cooking all the time which will help with the warmth in the kitchen. But uses the space and make it look wonderful. This also frees up space to add units etc to display and hold what you need to host guests etc. love the flooring your putting in as will really open up the space. Having unit too space also will allow you to have equipment on show and plenty of space to prepare. I love a good scullery (butlers pantry in Oz). Storage for preserves but also have a cleaning area etc. to work around.

[@maryr3591]

All sounds lovely. Good luck to you both, a lot of hard work ahead!

[@innergrandma4273]

First, I made the red cabbage and absolutely loved it. The bay leaf and cloves just added a depth of flavor I love. So, thanks again for your father showing us how he made it. Second, you two have certainly did your kitchen research. You are spot on about what a working kitchen should be. Efficiency is the number one goal. A working table that is built to withstand the ages is a must. I'm so looking forward to seeing what lies ahead. As always love and blessings to you both from GA.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you so much. Glad you like our family’s red cabbage recipe. Dad is going to be so happy. Efficiency is so important and we don’t want to clean carved surfaces in a neo gothic kitchen. And we have this amazing table that is here for over 200 years……. Love your comment as always. Hugs and thanks to you. 💗🥰💕

[@janicerobinson2970]

Sounds Good. In Our Kitchen we Have lots Of Units and Pan drawers💕

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Drawers are the best. ❤😊❤

[@treenaspencer3710]

I think that your kitchen will be fabulous,hard work I know but in the end so worth it, and the floor and wall tiles, stunning. Take care, love and hugs.😊x

[@jacquipicard1336]

I would so love to sit in that new kitchen with you both. Your humor and the way you finish each other’s sentences would entertain me for hours. Good luck .

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you Jacqui. Thank you so much. Once we are done and you are in the area, let us know in advance and we will have appetizers and wine and exchange our stories and relax. Hugs and XXX

[@ivysavage5569]

I love your new kitchen plan. The flooring looks perfect and so suitable, the stove is awesome love the brass, the cabinets, the wall tiles, you have great taste. I agree you need a functional kitchen if you’re cooking a lot and storage is everything. We have a 3 year old kitchen so I understand the planning involved. So excited for you two. ❤️👏👏

[@jfs59nj]

It will be wonderful!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

You are so very kind John. Thank you we really appreciate your support. We creed all the moral support for the next months…. 🥰🤣🥰. Truly looking forward to the finished kitchen. Love from us at Colombe. ❤😘💖

[@frankiegurnick6241]

Oh that kitchen is going to be stunning. The tiles that you guys are going to use are just so gorgeous. Being handcrafted gives the tiles that labour of love vibe and a nod to colombes history considering the staircase and all its wonky-ness 🤣🥰 its such a gem, it reminds me of the staircase to no-where in the Winchester House in America 🤣🤣🤣 I can't wait to see that kitchen transform. Its so exciting!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 There is just sooo much to look forward too with you both and colombe!!! 🥰🥰😘😘❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sue7190]

Wow big plans and a lot of work. Are you insulating the floor? Before you lay the limestone tiles seal them as it prevents the tile adhesive staining the limestone. After grouting reseal again - I did 5 coats on mine in total, 2 before laying and 3 after. The floor has held up well resisting staining and easy to clean. I use hg stone cleaner. Love all your choices. I think the tumbled limestone is a good choice. We have used limestone in all our bathrooms and we are about to replace the ceramic tiles in our kitchen with limestone as it is much more forgiving and you only need to reseal it once a year. There is a grout you can use that repels dirt, I think it is an epoxy grout - worth checking out. We have both our dishwasher and large fridge freezer in our adjacent utility room and I find it works well. Good luck, I don't envy you. I think I would have used a specialist to do all the tiling once you have done the prep. Two reasons from experience a good tiler is worth every penny both from the finish they achieve but also the speed of installation which would massively speed up your project.

[@beverleycameron3110]

Love your kitchen design and especially love your gorgeous flooring choice. Absolutely don't worry about your kitchen being dark. New lighting will make it as light as you want it to be. I might suggest that you think about a beverage fridge underneath your coffee station otherwise your houseguests will be looking for the milk/cream etc. You can always use a panel to make it blend with your cupboards. Your counter might serve as an intimate wine station as well and your beverage fridge could accommodate that use as well.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

The b and b guests will not be in the kitchen. They will be served in the dining room. The kitchen is our space so no worries about where to find the milk. It will be on the table. 😊😊

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

That is such a great and thoughtful comment. As Stuart said, the kitchen is private and open, of course to friends, patreons, family and volunteers. They will all just use the big fridge…..😂😮😂. But if we’d have it open, indeed you’d be 200% spot on. Hugs. ❤😊❤

[@beverleycameron3110]

@@JourneytotheChateau A perfect plan!

[@beverleycameron3110]

@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 I can't wait to watch the transformation. All the best!

[@ludmilabevan3283]

I personally think the areas like kitchens and bathrooms should reflect the present owner's ideas of style, comfort, practicality and beauty. I loved your kitchen design so far. We have the same tiles in light cream colour in two different finishes. Satin sheen and matt and I absolutely love the effect they produce as different light reflection adds to the handmade quality of these tiles. It is a personal preference and other people might disagree. I also love shaker style cabinets. They do look like old chateau panelling don't they? The stove you have ordered is a dream for any kitchen. I only hope that it will not compete with the wood burner being in one space. This is the only "not quite sure" moment, perhaps it upsets my love of balance kind of thing. Otherwise well done guys! Can not wait to see it done. ❤👍

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

I agree with you 100%. Although we absolutely love input, some comments are a bit abrasive….. the hand made tiles are such perfect choices for a chateau from the 17th and 18th century. And add a lot of interest for any style. As for shaker style….. it is a classic for a few centuries. So, no going wrong with that style. The wood burning stove used to be a wood cooker. Huge and it heated the chateau to boot as well as provided hot water. The wood burner will continue to use the chimney and the exhaust will be vented out the side of the chateau. Thank you so much and love your input. 😊❤

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Love your cabinet and tile choices. If the tiles are porous I would recommend sealing them otherwise cleaning them will be hell. Can’t wait to see your journey with the kitchen renovation. I’m sure it will be spectacular. Thanks for sharing 😍😘

[@reginagraham9392]

I’m so excited you would think it’s my kitchen! ❤

[@jenwhitelife2464]

Fellas, Beyond outstanding. I'm so excited to watch this project blossom. God bless you and yours. Love, jenwhite 🥰 ❤ 💖 ♥ 💕 💓

[@Tretz624]

This kitchen will be “perfectly imperfect”. 😉☺️ One recommendation, put your microwave at eye level. As you said, you aren’t getting younger. Bending over to clean that microwave won’t be easy. I realize eye level could be different for both of you 🤓 so Stewart eye level should work. 😂

[@gnarbeljo8980]

Exiting! I designed and built a small open plan kitchen/livingroom in the 90s with Moroccan hand made tiles in terracotta with a light grey glaze all the way to the ceiling on two walls, and the other walls painted in a matching matte grey color, it was Gorgeous!!! If you're working with this form of tile there are very important things to know from the get go: First, order alot more than you'll need! Even with decent crating these tiles are more fragile than others and you'll loose quite a few (breakage) and some will be less attractive than others, so really give yourself some extra square meters of wiggle room. Any excess can be used for beautiful garden tables, or a fountain, a garden feature. Secondly, you definately can NOT tile with these like you normally do, ie using x-spacers and supports, rope, using a level etc, impossible, and ugly. Using Moroccan tile you must tile like they do in Morocco. That means minimizing the grout berween tiles as much as possible (only milimeters) no rope, and accepting there won't be a straight, plumb grid in the end. This is in fact also what makes the result so stunning in the end, even using white monochrome it still becomes much like an organic ancient mosaic only in slightly larger scale. DO NOT worry about lines being uneven, not straight, that it will look weird, I assure you it wont, the whole look depends on this! Thirdly your tiles are more likely than not going to be of quite dramatically different thickness, which is unique to these types of tile, also the glaze will vary alot, and sometimes the outer dimensions even. So start by dividing them in piles according to glazing, and thickness, at least 4 piles. The base grouting is important, and add the tiles one by one horizontally and with minimum separation, and fit from the piles like laying a puzzle thinking about the variations of glaze reasonably spread out. Don't grout more wall than you tile in a day, work organically area for area, rather than systematically (in layers) Once that has all dried treating the tiles before grouting the spaces between them, will help so the excess grout is easily removed and the glaze sheen intact. There are several traditional Moroccan methods for this, worth looking at, not expensive, just a different step/method than normal. Ever since I left that home and kitchen I've wanted to make another bigger kitchen using these, they are just SO beautiful, timeless, artful yet monochrome, and reflect light in a hundred different directions like the surface of water. I used to have a pottery studio, so this choice makes me very happy! I have two suggestions after listening. One is to use some part of your counter space to house your most often used electrical appliances and consider housing them behind a roll top inside a cabinet if they are many or not too pleasing to look at. Taking them out of cabinets and plugging in every time is a pain in the butt. An alternative would be to do what a friend of mine did who uses lots of gadgets: he tiled a used industrial trolley/wheel mounted tiered storage cart, added a row of electrical sockets and stored them in the unit under the counter. When he needs to use a machine he pulls it out and places it on the top. Easy, practical and you dont need to sacrifice other storage or carry things and mess around. Thirdly: consider all the rooms lighting needs before getting started. The worklight on counters, the overhead lights for general lighting, any in cabinet lights, and your ambient lights and dining lights. Have all that electrical done before everything is fitted and splurge on dimmers compatible with LEDs (!) with settings you can adjust once in a while but also allows you to just press and not adjust ( allowing a preset). It will save you alot of trouble, and ugly afterthought wiring. Consider using sockets with flap covers, or embedding sockets in counter tops with flap lids to minimize visible wires for things plugged in, and dirt/grease collecting over time. Small details that are so worth and difficult to add sucessfully later. Lastly in light of your future plans I would advise planning for a dish and potwashing station in one of your adjacent secondary kitchens with sink. Restaurant style, with deep stainless steel sink and flex arm with shower attachement. If planning big events, B&B, this will be extremely handy for all high intensity periods. Even better if that space has a floor drain and space for a regular restarant kitchen dishwasher (that closes from overhead). Those can be found cheaply at second hand outlets from professional kitchens thatnhave been dismantled and sold for parts. Total game changer if often working larger events over longer than a single meal, like weekends, weddings, etc. That can come later but its good to have included in your overall scheme. I think your plans look great! You're absolutely right about the soul and style of a Chateau kitchen being one of practicality not opulence . It's also a place where people gather and are active together so you don't want fussy or fragile materials, it's the creativity and company at hand that's the focal point, and everyone is comfortable in the kitchen bc it's the most informal environment! You're in for a real ride here, and it's a bitch to get through, but as long as you have an alternative space for cooking in the meantime (and don't quarrel too much about it) it will be so worth while and one of the biggest achievements you'll enjoy every single day for the rest of your lives. Worth remembering this 😉 Godspeed boys! Whoot! ❤️

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Wow! That is a lot of great information to unpack! Thank you so much! 💕💕

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Darling, I wrote a long reply 4 times and KZbin deleted it every time. Love it. All of it. Thank you and love from us. ❤❤

[@gnarbeljo8980]

@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 it happens, no worries dear. ❤️

[@sprivate1333]

love that you're keeping it rustic and not to making it too "current". I love an unfitted kitchen and while I understand how modern cabinetry really suits our lives today, I'm trying to figure out how to "conceal" all the handy internal hardware - pull outs etc. (I'm working on kitchen remodeling plans too). I think I'm going to fit those into old cabinets/furniture. You fellas got a Lacanche? Woohoo! Good for you! I just bought a 48" Forte' and love having 8 full burners. With all the entertaining it will suite you well. Great investment and hoping you'll do a whole vid on it when you get it. They are gorgeous! Two years ago when we gutted a bath (we live in 120 year old house) I wanted Zellige tiles. The price point wasn't in the budget but I loved the look. I ended up finding at good old Home Depot tiles named Amagansett. They're ceramic with that hand made texture and are a soft eggshell color. They were the right choice for me. I added big clawfoot tub with an insert in the wall behind it ,hardwood floors, sconces, etc., and they gave the bathroom the aged look I was going for plus they were budget friendly. (And have that Zellige look!) I've seen them used in kitchens and am thinking of using them in mine. We'll see. So after being that long winded... I'm thinking that's the texture you're looking for which I think is perfect for your kitchen. You're right - the tiles you're thinking of will add the age and not scream "new tiles". One thing before I forget - if I may give an unsolicited opinion, that indent in the wall that you plan to cover with a backsplash. One thing that I always find that lends charm and age to a room are nooks. Since it's practical to cover it, perhaps think of adding some nooks around the range.. along the side walls. Even other wall space if you can do it. thank you as always for sharing. it's great to live vicariously and you two are just too fun!!

[@inaboucher144]

Patrick and Stuart how exiting! Your search for all the hard services and cabinets sounds very intense but it sure looks like the time was well spent as this is going to be there for a long long time so the design period is crucial. Bright, functional and time period appropriate. Shall we talk about the show stopper? Maybe it deserves to be on stage (just kidding). Wow, that cooker is spectacular! I wish you all the best for the renovations on you to do list and I too will be keeping my fingers crossed. Hugs to you both and all you furry babies. Stay well.

[@peggybreaux8973]

Can't wait. It will be gorgeous.

[@joannecalcutt6724]

You go guys. You’ve got this 😃😃. Best wishes from South Carolina.

[@catherinemtc7795]

It’s all going to look so beautiful. Love the tile floor you picked. You guys are to funny when talking together.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you and thank you. 😂🤣😂. I love that you like the plans and I love even more that you enjoy our interactions. Makes me smile. 😘💗😘

[@sammcturk8898]

Your blush and jokes bring a smile to my face 💖🇨🇦

[@nickking2488]

Hi Stuart and Patrick, love the new kitchen plans. The new floor will be gorgeous. In the UK the wood burner needs to be elevated from the floor on a hearth. Doesn’t this apply in France? Patrick, I’m jealous of your glorious hair, so pleased you keep it long (sadly my hair is thinning at 71 yrs old) not a good look for a lady!! Love to you both x

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you! No, in fact we will be putting wood burners directly into several other fireplaces on the current hearth floors. It is what is done here.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you so much. The burners are on legs and are on non flammable surfaces. That’s the rule. So they are elevated. The inserts we will use are the same. All good. 😘. I am glad you like my hair. I sometimes want to cut it all off. 😮. I won’t…. Not yet. 😊. It is sad when it starts thinning. But hang in there. It is gorgeous, regardless. Love from Colombe. 💗💖💗

[@rowenacountryman2242]

Can’t wait to see your vision come to life. It looks like it will be amazing. My favorite I think is going to be the flooring. I love the natural look of stone flooring and that it a soft beautiful color will definitely help brighten up the kitchen. I also love what you are doing with the beautiful fireplace. It is going to be like having an art piece in your kitchen.

[@thewilliamseswonderfulworld]

The new stove looks amazing. I love all the proposals. I know you’re eager to get everything under way. You can never have enough storage. It would be amazing to have the bread oven functional again as well. Yet, another project. ❤

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Hello to the Williamses! I am in,love with the new stove and it’s not even here. 5 months lead time. We agree….. there is no such thing as too much storage. Maybe we can open the bread oven next winter since it’s in the gîte. Hugs to you. 💕😘💕

[@valeriejones4008]

I love you guys! Love your design ideas. It is going to be fabulous!

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thanks so much!

[@judydee7644]

New intro is cinema worthy!

[@cwatson1975]

Drawers and pull outs are the answer to kitchen unity and organization. We eliminated all of our lower cabinets in favor of drawers and pull outs. No more kneeling down with my head inside a cabinet! We even have deep drawers for pots and pans. LOVE. IT.

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Oh, you and us too. We had all drawers in our last house in the US. Pots, plates, mugs, etc. absolutely the best. Love that we think alike. Hugs from Colombe. 💗🥰💗

[@rosemariecomtois2839]

DRAWERS ARE FANTASTIC. AS WE GET OLDER , OUR KNEE CAPS GET CRANKY. KNEEL8NG ON FLOORS TO GET IN THE BACK OF LOWER CUPBOARDS . IN MY LAST KITCHEN I PUT TWO PULL OUT REFRIGERATOR DRAWERS WHICH WERE AMAZING , FOR WHEN YOU NEED TO CHILL TH8BGS AS YOU ATE COOKING and baking. I was the empress of DRAWERS. I was tickled you were going to do a B&B. YOU WILL BE FABULOUS HOSTS.

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

First,I forgot to say last week that I’m liking the new intro! The new floor plan is perfect. I love the style cabinetry & flooring you choose. I’m envious of your new cooker!! Hugs to you both, Doc❤

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

You are so kind. Thank you so much. All Stuart. 🥰. Glad you like the plan we came up with. We hope we will do it right. Huge hugs to you. 💕🙏🏻

[@JudithBisson]

You both speak French so well. I can’t wait to see what you’ve chosen in terms of paint colour and design. ❤️Term 2 started of power engineering @ 55 yrs young I got this. Btw guys I can drive anything from a school bus to a motorcycle 🇨🇦🥂one of my many talents. 🤪🥰

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Hello there. Thank you. Another wonderful comment. Love it. Now, make sure you come here when we have the cherry picker. And yes, you got this and we are with you all the way. Much love from us at Colombe. Hugs. ❤😊❤

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

Dear Stewart and Patrick, your plans for the kitchen are perfect. You carefully thought through your needs of functionality while being sensitive to the era of your French kitchen. I love how the table will remain in the center, the floors are perfect, the cabinetry is simple yet easy to keep clean and will give you plenty of storage. The stove/oven will be stunning and the backsplash tiles will capture the changing light of the day. I also love the pot rack. At some point in time you might want to add another dishwasher in the back room where your refrigerator is. But that’s a luxury that might not be as important. By the way, I love the new opening with photos of your chateau. I think you have the best opening. Thank you for always doing a great video. Always sending many hugs your way. xx

[@angelapa9513]

Exciting 😊

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

😘💕😘

[@nativetexson]

Good choices for the kitchen; functional, tasteful, and not over the top. As you mentioned, the kitchens of that era were meant to be functional and not showplaces. The tiles and cabinetry with drawers are perfect. I used all drawers in my last kitchen here in the US (that house has been sold due to my upcoming move to France. It was nice to see Denise & Brett in the video. I've been watching their channel, too. I will be arriving in France in two weeks to start meeting with contractors for the restoration of the exterior features on my property. Cheers guys-

[@patrickjourneytothechateau8243]

Good luck with your trip. Denise and Brett are great and we had a blast. It is hard to find good artisans in France. We have learned that the good ones, and there are many , are booked for many moths up to over 1 year. I’d love to see photos of your new home. Best from us.

[@nativetexson]

@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Thank you for the well-wishes. Most appreciated. I'll get some images to you guys. The ones I have now consist primarily of the realtor's images and a few that I took when there several months ago.Cheers-

[@pennydocherty8409]

We bought an end of line kitchen for 600e for our house as we thought it was going to be a holiday home. After being trapped in a flat in the uk during the pandemic we quickly moved and made it our permanent home. Of course the kitchen isn't suitable for full time living so can't wait to re-do it when Ive finished upstairs, hopefully in the spring. Its a kitchen diner and small so I'm going dark moody gentleman's club type but never seem to get flooring. and tiles right, love the look of yours, can't wait to see it finished. xx

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

thank you penny. I hope you like our finished tile choices. Can't wait to maybe see yours. Sounds fantastic!!!!

[@rvaprep]

The kitchen layout looks wonderful adding light, warmth and function. The floor and wall tiles are in keeping with the chateau and the imperfections make it appear more authentic. I couldn’t tell but the stove looks like La Cornue, which is exquisite. I look forward to hearing about how you will be handling the untiled walls in the kitchen. Take care my friends, Ralph Rocchiccioli

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Hello handsome. Thank you so much. It truly took a long time to love our choices. Hope we love the results too….. 😂😂😂. Our stove is a Laconche. They are around much longer than La Cornue and that made the difference for us. 😮😅. Now the untilled walls….. we don’t know yet. We might sand them down and leave them rustic and repaint with chalk paint……. We will take it from there….. 😂😂😂. Be safe and thank you, as always, for your wonderful comments. ❤😘🥰

[@katewestcottvt]

Oops, sent without finishing...I also wanted to mention the newly finished kitchens at Lalacelle Cottage and at La Fleur. I've really enjoyed watching everybody tear down to bare bones, then painstakingly put back together the most gorgeous rooms that contain "all the modcons" yet maintain the feeling of the house.Such long, patient, carefully detailed work, such satisfying results...it takes a special type of person to be a chatelaine. I do love to watch you all in action from my comfy hygge livingroom, wish I could sit down around the table with you all to talk over the day. I'm not sure about having the woodstove right next to the cookstoves. You've had log burners before ne'ce pas? They are so hot and messy, require a certain space in winter, nice to gather around....but usually unlit in summer Woodstove needs chimney but cookstoves doesn't, right? So they don't necessarily have to be next to each other....Humm, just thinking. Whatever you decide will be beautiful I know. Peace-out for now ( :

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Yes, the cook stove needs the chimney for the extractor fan. We are hoping that the wood stove WILL be hot since the top surface has all sorts of good uses in a working kitchen and we can save money on heating the kitchen.

[@christineh5790]

I love everything about your new plans and especially the white cabinetry. My only caution would be in avoiding any porous flooring unless it could be sealed otherwise it would be a nightmare to clean up spills etc. You will both be very tired by the end of the next few months with the amount of planned work you have ahead of you. 👏❤️

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Hi Christine. The floor is indeed porous and we have ordered the sealant right with it. It is such a great point. We will be dead at the end of April…. 😂😂😂. But it is well worth it. Can’t wait. 😘🥰😘. Hugs

[@anne4083]

Loving your plans for the kitchen and I totally agree with you wanting lots of storage! Its the most important thing in a home. I also prefer cabinets instead of open shelves. Look forward to seeing your progress. 🤗

[@patcardiff2563]

Your new kitchen is going to be just fantastic

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you Pat. How is Cardiff? Haven’t been in 30+ years. 😮. Hugs.

[@NatalieRivera-sl3fo]

I am so impatient I can't wait for the reveal already even though you have barely begun. I love the design and the functionality. Your floor choice looks like it could have been the original floor. What is the tile technique called that you will have in the kitchen? What a great experience to go from designing a mid century modern to a chateau! A fun learning curve for sure.

[@crinkle2649]

Video everything. It will be fantastic content

[@lucillkryger8268]

Just a suggestion consider no texture on the walls as they collect dust and even worse grease no matter how much you try and also because you have a wood burner in the kitchen its impossible to keep all the beautiful walls and cabinets clean and as you said cleaning unnecessarily is not something you relish so why not keep walls smooth for easy washing and easier to repaint as well for a quick fresh up in a few years. Also if you want the walls to look in keeping with 150 yr old Chateau use a hand applied plaster finish which is smooth but not perfectly flat there are very small undulations feels smooth but a level would reveal that it isn’t perfect kinda like the lovely tiles you are using perfect example. By the way that is the perfect tile for all your back splash and i love the floor tile choice too. You are both doing a wonderful job with your choices so far for your new kitchen love love all choices so except the walls but that is my experience in a project my husband and i built. Good luck thanks for keeping everyone in the loop its so much fun to hear your plans coming together. Until next week have a wonderful time bye for now from this Canadian in Mesa Az USA. Give all your fur babies a hug for me. ❤❤❤😊🇨🇦🍷🍷🥰

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you! We are wanting/planning smooth walls. We mentioned in the vlog that we want to remove the current wall texture.

[@Raxx777]

love this planning vid and the graphics brought your visions to life !! Can't wait to watch it !!

[@maxinepearce4909]

Wow, love the passion, your planning will make all the difference, in the final workable design.

[@joyabell4420]

The plans you have made look lovely. Its exciting to get going, but first the clear out then the mess and then the putting back together. It will look great its just the getting there that can drive you mad. Good luck

[@shannongrams8727]

You have a bread slicer ? Wow. That’s a gadget I’ve never heard of. Do show it.

[@themainer1267]

Thank you so much for sharing the plans and explanations. It's going to be beautiful. Wondering if the cut out could be used to slide in a secret safe, hidden and accessed through one of the back panels of the cabinet. Could you have heating units that are available for under the base cabinets, thus eliminating the heating stove and stove pipe. It would allow way for heat to be distributed unobtrusively around the room. Another option would be under-floor heating beneath those beautiful new tiles. That would leave room for more cabinets beside the cook stove and restore balance. It would also eliminate the need to hang cooking utensils at the back of the stove where reaching for them over open flames may be a safety issue and where they would need continual de-greasing. They could be hung to each side of the cook stove above cabinets, and the stainless-steel square could be eliminated allowing for more unified look of the beautiful tiles.

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Interesting ideas. We will stick to our current well thought out plans. Thanks!

[@jomcd2073]

Wow, that is going to be a good kitchen. As you said it also needs to be a working kitchen a a B&B needs to be welcoming and l think that also includes the kitchen. A lot of hard work ahead but it will be worth it:)

[@katherinegeddie7687]

With the handcrafted tile, beautiful tile flooring, and practical cabinetry, I think your kitchen will be fantastic 😀 👌 😄 😊!

[@jaysonbelyea8981]

Lovely as always. ❤ I’m really looking forward to the kitchen renovations. Like you, Stewart, I love all of it. Gearing up for my own kitchen renovations this summer, so I’m particularly interested in your choices. I would love to see the inside of your scullery. We’ve always know when it’s there, but I don’t remember you ever showing us. I’m also curious about what the kitchen ceiling looks like. Patrick, you were so butch with your tiny little jackhammer. And I totally got your “layer” joke, even if nobody else did. Can’t wait to see you manhandle that harth with a full size monster. 😉 Big hugs to you both. ❤❤

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Well thank you so much! Looking forward to your feedback every week! We'd love to see pictures of your progress. As far as the scullery and ceiling, we will post photos on Patreon. our ceiling is really rustic...... original and we decided to leave it as is...... I know, my little jackhammer didnt't do much damage...... But I will handle the monsters with grace and elegance.🤠😳🥳 Thank you so much my friend! Love to you both and your family neighbourhood. 🥰🥰🥰

[@Sciayam]

Could you rent the big tools, we can in Denmark? LOVE the wall tiles to come, great way to get light and unity :)

[@helendorning4450]

The stone flooring is the perfect choice for the Château de Colombe kitchen 💙💙💙

[@peterwhite9261]

Hi guys, You have a very well thought out plan and design for your kitchen. I absolutely love it all. Keeping the wood burner is awesome. Nothing like sitting at the table on a cold day with a lovely cup of tea and listen to the crackling fire. I am crossing all of my fingers and toes that you don't run into any unexpected snags along the way. Looking forward to the progress. Can't wait to see you both glow in your new completed kitchen. Love and best wishes from Canada.

[@helendorning4450]

The ultimate piano = Lacanche

[@TheCrowsNest1950]

Hi Patrick and Stuart, I love the ideas that you have for the new kitchen. Having done a wedding at our home with 80 seated guests and an annual Passover Seder with 36 seated guests, we found that having a second microwave and two dishwashers was a blessing when it came to cleaning up. We are also considering adding a food compactor to help us manage the enormous amount of recyclable plastics that come and go from our home. I have also had since my first home a separate refrigerator and freezer, it was a g-d sent to have them for storage of precooked starters and desserts. Now we are looking at what Stephanie purchased, only back in the US, we can get a Freezer, Refrigerator, and one that is convertible to either one as needed. And if you can't get the sink under a window, I'd put it on the island if you are planning for one. AT least two ovens are a must. I'll keep watching and see how the kitchen renovation moves alone. Mark

[@justjane2070]

I do love a kitchen renovation. Looking forward to future videos 🍿🥤

[@kimbaxley7595]

I saw an amazing kitchen that was split up, half for cooking half for baking. It might be a good idea for you so Stuart can have lots of room to bake. Or maybe another room just for baking. It seems like in a chateau, he could have his own space to do what he loves most. Just a thought. Another building would be very in keeping with the past. Does your Chateau have a kitchen in the basement? I don't remember you mentioning the basement at all. Maybe yours doesn't have one. I hope all goes well in your renovations ❤️

[@JourneytotheChateau]

We have a cave, but the old kitchen was in the separate north wing. Eventually we may put a catering kitchen in there.

[@Victoria14357]

I think the kitchen is going to be all you are hoping for and more and can't believe how beautiful the tiles are. I've never seen anything quite like them. I look forward to following the progress of your transformations!

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you so much. We think we will love it. The tiles are enchanting. Hopefully, you will like the end result. Huge thank you from Colombe. 💕👍🏻💕

[@gunlindblad6816]

Just a suggestion: put in 2 dishwashers (and 2 microwave?)

[@lisadurban3525]

Looks great. I think 6 months should do it

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Thank you. I am still betting on 3 months...... 🥰 I fear you are right..... Hugs

[@nicolemorin14]

Bonjour à vous deux ❤

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Boi soir à toi. 💖🙏🏻

[@patrickjourneytothechateau9452]

Bonsoir a toi!

[@betteurbain7911]

Mantel? Lintel? Lentils? Ooh the new stove/oven is so shiny! So it will vent through the fireplace? Muppet flail over hand made tiles. Thank you for sharing about the North African glazing technique. I think I have seen that but didn't realize that it was ceramic tile. What color will the grout be--grey? And will it be chunkier than in the photo? I've only done one kitchen redo and I selected hand made tile for the countertop and backsplash. I had magazine photos (pre-internet) that I showed the tile layer, and he said that he would make the grout chunky and wide. I did not even know that this was what was needed to make the look I wanted until he said that. I was so happy! It only makes sense that you would select tiles that look old for the floor because of the flow of the enfilade floor plan. You currently have the same or less cupboards and drawers than a 1 bedroom apartment in the U.S.! Stuart needs his things for baking and things need to be baked! What might be the effect of the vibrations from the jackhammer. The structure and things like chandeliers and porcelain that are in other rooms?

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Definitely white grout with the white tiles.

[@williamwells-jo3mf]

I M binging your channel and loving it. Not sure if I am to late but I think you should use something different than tile in the fireplace. Maybe a nice large granite tile for more of an original feel. Thanks

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Yes you are too late, 😂😂 and we love the local artisanal tiles we chose. Granite is not used as a stone in our area of france, and there is nothing granite in this chateau. Thanks for joining us! 😀👍

[@pamkullman8839]

Love the new intro with your Chateau! I can't wait for your kitchen renovations to get going! The plans look fantastic.

[@connievanlewe7762]

You guys always make me laugh with your humor. Love the lay-out of the kitchen. The combination in colours will really work well. I love the light beige floor tiles with the gray cabinets and the soft white handmade tiles for the back splash. The handmade tiles with a glass topping will give the kitchen a luxury appearance. The kitchen has a rustique but still modern look. Question: if you start a B&B is one dishwasher enough? 🥰

[@JourneytotheChateau]

Thank you Gonnie! We will probably have a separate catering kitchen in the future when the b&b is up and running. That will accommodate for extra dishwasher, etc.

[@leighevans1489]

Also lovely to see Denice and Brett came to visit

[@stephenmcallister1729]

The new kitchen plans are awesome, I will be here watching the progress 😅. 🇨🇦

[@irenes.vestergaard357]

I’m absolutely sure that your new kitchen will be stunningly beautiful 😍 Just what a chateau like yours need. My only concern is the staircase. It is so beautiful and if you cover it all up with a wall you won’t be able to see it anymore. I just think it brings so much character to the room. It makes it unique. It also reaches out to the fireplace and the very old cupboard you have in there. But that’s just my thoughts. I just love old staircases 🥰 I’m sure it will be a beautiful room whatever you do to it. Good luck! Looking forward to see the results 🤗♥️